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As a senior project manager at TOCO, I have over 20 years of experience in the oil & gas and nuclear construction industry, where I have successfully managed and executed multiple challenging and competitive projects across Oman. I have a proven track record of delivering high-quality results, meeting deadlines and budgets, and exceeding client expectations.
My core competencies include project management and administration, project planning, execution and control, business development, contract management and administration, resource planning and estimation, and value engineering. I hold a PMP certification from PMI, an MBA in marketing from the University of Wales, and a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Mumbai. I am passionate about applying my skills and knowledge to solve complex problems, optimize processes, and create value for my clients and my company.
Nasser Mohammed AL Azri is senior quality Engineer at petroleum development of oman with vast experience in the quality and certified quality auditor. Spent 5 years of working experience with a focus on quality control and lean six sigma in the well engineering services. During my past work period, I have been evolved in global team cooperation and project management which help me build solid skills in communication and cooperation. To help a growing organization develop, and promote superior quality customer service, increase revenue; and develop positive employee relations. Developed inspection methods to analyze product quality which increased quality measures by 70% Collaborated with 8 engineers to make recommendations for change which improve product quality by 80% Worked across 9 major products to ensure products adhered to company and industry quality standards. Was part of the major project of PDO “Yibal khuff Project”.
Topic: Elevating Material Quality Standards in the Oil and Gas Industry: Challenges,
An experienced and professional lifting engineer has become the first certified Omani subject matter expert in lifting and hoisting. Fahad is certified in lifting inspection and planning by NSL (North Sea Lifting). He is ISO/IEC 17020 certified as a technical expert. Moreover, he is the regional councillor of IPAF (International Powered Accreditation ederation). Fahad is the forefront leader in PDO to save, develop, and introduce innovative solutions in the field of lifting and hoisting. His expertise is now sought at the governmental level. Furthermore, he introduced ISO/IEC 17020 certification and facilitated expert discussions of national lifting management system development, which is one of the most challenging issues facing operators and crane companies. Fahad was a key player in developing the National Standard for Lifting Operation. His achievements and efforts paved the way for best-in-class functional improvements in several pain areas from 2015 to 2023.
Topic: Transforming Lifting Inspection Standards: Implementing ISO 17020 Accreditation at PDO and National Adoption in Oman
Lead Non-metallic QA/QC engineer with over 8 years of experience in oil and Gas industry . Currently, ensuring Nonmetallic Quality products and services are provided to company in Design, Manufacturing, Construction and Operational phases. Having a previous experience as Materials & corrosion Control Engineer with wide experience in Material selection, failure investigations, corrosion modelling for surface and subsurface facilities. A Holder of a Bachelor in Materials Engineering and an Msc in corrosion control engineering from Manchester university. Achieved Key Milestones in non-metallic materials journey including introduction of thermoplastic liners for high temperature applications, Erosion studies and life extension studies of composite Pipes.
Topic: The Vital Role of Quality in Non-metallics Materials
Experienced Quality Management Specialist with a demonstrated history of working in the oil & energy industry.
Highly skilled in Petroleum, Gas, ASME Standards, Management, and Engineering. Mohammed is a strong information technology professional. He holds BEng in Mechanical Engineering from University of Central Lancashire with a Diploma focused on Quality Management System from Chartered Quality Institute.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohamed-al-naamani-73013139/
Zahra Al Sulaimi graduated as Mechanical Well Engineer from the university of central Lancashire in UK. She started working in Halliburton as Technical Professional in Cementing in 2015, currently She’s Halliburton Oman service Quality Manager.
Topic: Enhancing Service Quality through Risk Management and Compliance: A Case Study of Halliburton's Integrated Management System.
Samira is a highly experienced professional with over 15 years of diverse working experience in Advisory, External and Internal Audit as well as Finance. Her areas of professional expertise include Leadership in Internal Audit Management, Quality Assurance, Risk Assessment, Process Reviews, Internal Controls and Compliance Reviews.
She currently holds the position of Head of Assurance Quality & Standards and acting VP Assurance Corporate in OQ and have been with the Oman Oil group since March 2017. She also sits as Board Audit Committee member of high-profile companies
Samira holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration focusing on Finance (with Honors) from the University of Missouri, St. Louis, U.S.A
https://www.linkedin.com/in/samira-al-azri-887a49127/
Dr. Rashmi Mishra Since joining the University. Ms. Jawaher Albalushi , Since joining the University of Technology & Applied Sciences, Al Musanna, Ms.Jawaher Albalushi has been involved with studies related to Digital Transfortmation and its impact on the workforce. Before joining University, Ms.Jawaher Albalushi worked at Mazoon College as a Lecturer in the of College of Economics and Business Administration Department. of Technology & Applied Sciences, Al Musanna, Dr.Rashmi Mishra has been involved with studies related to Digital Transformation and its impact on the workforce. Before joining University, Dr.Rashmi Mishra worked at a Debre Berhan University as a Lecturer. Since 2013 Dr.Rashmi Mishra worked as a Lecturer in the of College of Economics and Business Administration Department.
Topic: Convergence of Supply chain and Quality Management
I am Mehrnoosh Rahimian, a Senior Export Sales Manager with a proven track record in the chemical and petrochemical industry. Currently, I hold this position at Schatco GmbH, a globally renowned supplier based in Germany. Additionally, I am actively engaged in the same role at First Petrochemicals L.L.C, which serves as the first official representative of Schatco GmbH and chemical manufacturer in the Middle East, with its base in the Sultanate of Oman.
Throughout my career, I have developed a deep passion for market analysis and the study of innovative approaches to logistics and supply chain management. I am particularly interested in exploring the intersection between data science, artificial intelligence and commerce. By leveraging these cutting-edge technologies, I strive to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of operations in the global marketplace.
Throughout my career, I have developed a deep passion for market analysis and the study of innovative approaches to logistics and supply chain management. I am particularly interested in exploring the intersection between data science, artificial intelligence and commerce. By leveraging these cutting-edge technologies, I strive to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of operations in the global marketplace.
As a proud member of companies like Schatco and First Petrochemicals, I am fortunate to be part of organizations that embrace a forward-looking approach. These companies prioritize staying up-to-date with the latest technology and knowledge, which is evident in their production processes and sales and supply systems. By harnessing the power of up-to-date technology, these companies are able to meet the evolving needs of customers and adhere to global standards. This commitment to utilizing modern advancements ensures that customers receive the best products and services possible, while also positioning the companies as leaders in the industry.
Topic: The use of artificial intelligence (AI) applications in supply chain management (SCM) in leading companies
Rima Al Shuhoumi is a dedicated professional with a background in Electrical Engineering and a passion for ensuring quality standards in every aspect of their work. With her strong academic foundation and a drive to excel in the field, she has recently embarked on her career journey as a Quality Specialist in Oman Energy Association (OPAL).
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rima-al-shuhoumi-7ba5b1211/
Mohamed Abdulfattah, currently working for PDO as QMS Lead- Projects delivery team, Graduated as Material and Metallurgical engineering 2001, from Petroleum & Mining faculty, Suez Canal university, Egypt. Quality Management & Operation Excellence and continues improvements professional with, 20 years of hands-on experience in Establishing, Implementing, maintaining and Improving Robust and Risk-based Quality Management System & Processes, Quality Assurance, Quality control and Inspection tactics and protocols. Covered wide range of services such as manufacturing, fabrication, Construction, Engineering, procurement, and Project management consulting PMC across several international energy organization such as Babcock & Wilcox, Shell, KOC, WorleyParsons, NeM and PDO. Believe in and drive the maximization the effectiveness and efficiency of people, organization and productivity through innovation and continuous improvements of process and culture.
Topic: Discussing the benefits realised by digitalization of Quality Management System and Process
Ahmed Al Ghafri; currently working as Head of Projects Quality in Petroleum Development Oman. He brings over 17 years of experience in the field of Quality mainly in the Oil & Gas sector. He holds a degree in Materials Science and Engineering from Sheffield University in the UK. He has extensive experience in the world of Quality Management System, Contractors/Vendors management, materials, corrosion, welding and Nondestructive testing. With his passion in business continuous growth and Lean he was able to drive initiatives that supported Projects in driving waste reduction and increasing efficiencies. Ahmed has led multiple projects focusing on SME development and job creation for Omanis in Quality and Welding trades.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ahmed-al-ghafri-4419b913/
Dr. Ahmed TAHA was born in Alexandria, Egypt, on February 1, 1970. He graduated from Alexandria University Faculty of Engineering in 1993. He received his Master and PhD degrees from Electrical Power Department-Alexandria University Faculty of Engineering in 1999 and 2004 respectively. His employment experience included area of electrical power system analysis, tracking/assessment of electricity network performance, and Quality of Power supply improvement. His special fields of interest included the development of new research works of tracking/enhancing operation performance of the electricity sector.t, on February 1, 1970. He graduated from Alexandria University Faculty of Engineering in 1993. He received his Master and PhD degrees from Electrical Power Department-Alexandria University Faculty of Engineering in 1999 and 2004 respectively. His employment experience included area of electrical power system analysis, tracking/assessment of electricity network performance, and Quality of Power supply improvement. His special fields of interest included the development of new research works of tracking/enhancing operation performance of the electricity sector.
Topic: An overview of Human Errors Analysis Assessment and Reduction Techniques
Abdul Aziz is a Control and Automation Lead Engineer with 17 years’ experience in in Oil and gas business. He is currently in PDO supporting the Control and Automation Functional Head management of Functional Safety including SIF Facilitation and Design, Fire and Gas Systems, Alarm Management and PCD Cyber Security. In addition to his role, he is supporting in Capability Development, Development of Standards, executing AIPSM assurance activities in engineering and operation. Abdul Aziz is Principle Technical Expert in Functional Safety, a Shell Approved LOPA Facilitator, TUV Approved Functional Safety Engineer, Certified ISA 62443 Cybersecurity Risk Assessment Specialist as per, Certified Lean Manager, Certified Technical Assessor, and a holder of MSc in Engineering in Network Cyber-security.
Topic: Eliminating Systematic Errors in Engineering Design due to Competency Variation
UK Registered Nurse, Had served in the NHS, Advance Nurse Practice in Wound Care, 15 years in Nursing Quality Management, Currently the Director of SQUH Directorate of Development & Quality
Topic: Enhancing Healthcare Outcomes: The Relationship between Human Factors and Quality Management
Yousuf obtained his PhD in Lean Six Sigma implementation from University of Bradford, UK. He is a LSSMBB holder. He has extensive experience in Quality, Audit and Accreditation. He is a lead trainer for LSSBB courses. He has executed different courses and projects in Optimization, Lean Management, Risk Management, Safety and Quality in governmental and private institutions. He has published original studies in international Journals and conferences. Currently, he is working in as a senior Quality Assurance Specialist at Quality Management at Sultan Qaboos University.
In 2018, Yousuf founded the Business Development and Quality (BDQ) for consultation and transformation based in Muscat, Oman. Till today, BDQ has trained over 3000 trainees and worked for over 33 organizations.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/yousuf-al-khamisi-a23717151/
Dr Mouza Al Hadharami, hold PhDs in Management Social Systems, Soft Methodologies. Interested in Employee Volunteering, Tourism, Marketing, and Digital Branding. A financial stock broker (2001-2004) with a practical background in stock trading and financial portfolio management (Muscat Stock Exchange). Currently, an assistant professor in Marketing at Sultan Qaboos University with more than 15 years in academic sector.
Topic: Optimizing Tomorrow: Case Studies on Lean Applications in Oman
Abdullah Al Abri, Qualification: Degree in Process Engineering, Experience: Production Engineer-Supervisor, Continuous Improvement Coach. Expertise: Accredited Lean Practitioner, Qualified Practical Problem Solver, Accredited Change Manager Practitioner for Thrive in Change, Production Operation Engineering, Affiliations: Shell-Lean coaching accreditation, IChemE (Institution for Chemical Engineering) Oil & Gas member.
Topic: Enabling top quartile performance and operation excellence through capability development in continuous improvement fundamentals at Petroleum Development Oman (PDO)
Dr Sayyad Zahid Qamar is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering Department at Sultan Qaboos University (SQU), Muscat, Oman. He has over 30 years of academic and research experience in different international universities. He has also worked as a professional mechanical engineer in the field for over 6 years in the heavy engineering and fabrication industry (Manager Research and Development; Deputy Manager Design; Production Engineer; Quality Control Engineer). On top of his experience as a researcher/academician, he has been actively involved in research and accreditation work related to engineering education. His research areas are Applied materials and manufacturing; Applied mechanics and design; Reliability engineering; and Engineering education. As part of the Applied Mechanics and Advanced Materials Research group (AM2R) at SQU, he has been involved in different applied research funded projects in excess of 4 million dollars. He has over 225 research/technical publications to his credit (research monographs/books, edited book volumes, book chapters, publications in refereed international journals and conferences, and technical reports). He has recently authored a book titled Swelling Elastomers in Petroleum Drilling and Development — Applications, Performance Analysis, and Material Modeling; edited one volume (Renewability of Synthetic Materials) for the Elsevier Encyclopedia of Renewable and Sustainable Materials; and is currently editing one volume (Thermal Engineering of Steel Alloy Systems) in the 13-volume series Comprehensive Materials Processing, 2nd edition by Elsevier; and is editing a book on Quality Assurance and Quality Control by Intech International. He has served as Associate editor, Guest editor, and Member editorial board for different research journals (including Materials and Manufacturing Processes, Journal of Elastomers and Plastics, the Journal of Engineering Research, American Journal of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, etc).
Topic: SPC Tools for Quality Assessment Aluminum Extrusion as a Case Study
Ms. Sabrin Fahad Al Kalbani is an MBA Master holder from UK, university of Bedfordshire. Furthermore, Sabrin is a qualified Green Belt Six Sigma , Lean Manager, Practical Problem Solving Facilitator, KAIZEN Facilitator, Change Management Agent (TiC1), Scrum Master (Agile), Cultural Catalyst and Executive coach.
Currently she is working as a Senior Continues Improvement Coach in Petroleum Development Oman since 2018. As part of her position role, she is supporting PDO directorates in coaching Individuals to improve and enhance their performance, coaching project such as: Agile KAIZENs, PPSs and Lean projects, supporting contractors continuous improvement program, ensuring implementation of PDO Strategy Refresh within the organization.
During her service in PDO, she is able to qualify pool of Lean Managers. Also, she managed to upgrade some teams from Infancy to Established level in CI Fundamentals. She introduced coaching and knowledge sharing session for CI
coaches. She also introduced new way of working for CI coach's competence framework and introduced ISO 9001 certification in Change and Continuous Improvement Department. Additionally, beyond PDO she is playing an advisory role in Manjam (Oman Vision 2040) committee by coaching Governmental entities.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabrin-al-kalbani-aa99941bb/
• Ali Al Ja’fari got BSc degree from university of Leeds/ UK and MSc degree from university of Manchester .
• He has Extensive experience at Oil/Gas business industry from upstream to downstream.
• He Worked at Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) / UAE, and then Occidental Oman as Asset Integrity Lead Engineer before Joined Oman Liquefied Natural Gas (OLNG) as Quality Assurance Lead.
• He is Certified ISO 9001 & 14001 and ISO 55001.
• He is Quality manager for shutdown and turnaround events at OLNG.
Topic: Quality Assurance & Quality Control for Oman LNG Shutdown activities
CMǪ/OE Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence from ASǪ. 15 years’ experience in quality department. My primary goal is to ensure that all products, systems, and processes adhere to set standards and requirements. I have developed my abilities in assessing requirements, establishing standards, performing actual systems testing, determining problems, and solving quality assurance issues. As part of my objective, I would like to develop my expertise in quality assurance, and I believe I can do this best by working in a dynamic, competent environment.
Topic: Ensuring Industry Standards: A Comprehensive Overview of Quality Inspections in the Oil and Gas Sector
Morteza is a professional with a strong academic foundation and over 26 years of invaluable experience in the field of Inspection. Holding a bachelor’s degree in Inspection Engineering and a master’s degree in engineering management, Morteza has consistently demonstrated expertise in the intersection of technical knowledge and managerial acumen.
Throughout his illustrious career, Morteza has had the privilege of working with prestigious organizations, including NIOC, Technip, Intertek, and his current role at DNV, where he has been a dedicated contributor for the past decade. This extensive tenure has not only honed his technical skills but also equipped him with a profound understanding of Inspection industry dynamics.
Morteza's passion for inspection and quality assurance is reflected in his commitment to innovation and excellence. His insights and knowledge have been instrumental in enhancing operational efficiencies, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks across various projects and organizations.
Topic: Navigating Excellence: Audits and Inspection
Dr. Salim is a senior Chemist with over 20 years' valuable experience in instrumental analysis, HSE, and managing science-based laboratories.
A proven record of accomplishment in all operational functions, with particular emphasis on planning, implementation, team building & problem solving.
A key team member in any ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation assessment with focused attitude towards improving CABs labs quality systems by identifying opportunities for improvements.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/salim-h-alsaidi-639a6673/
Khalid is a reliability management leader with 15+ years of experience in physical asset management in energy, oil, and gas. Khalid graduated from Sultan Qaboos University with a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. He completed his MSc degree focused on oil & gas upstream reliability management from the University of Liverpool, UK, and is pursuing a PhD in plant health management at Sultan Qaboos University. He is currently working as head of technical services at OQ Upstream. He is an expert matter in asset reliability, Certified Reliability Leader (CRL), ASQ certified reliability engineer (CRE), Certified Maintenance and reliability professional (CMRP), certified asset integrity professional, and certified physical asset management.
Topic: Quality Protocol Proposal for Work Management to Improve Asset Integrity and Reliability Management in the Oil and Gas Industry
Osvaldo Mejia currently serves as Sr. Pipeline Integrity Engineer at Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) LLC. He has 20+ years of experience designing and implementing corrosion control and integrity management programs, risk-based inspection & maintenance strategies, and conducting fitness for service assessment of assets for the Oil & Gas, Process, and Petrochemical industries. He holds AMPP certifications as Cathodic Protection Specialist, Internal Corrosion Technologist, and Pipeline Corrosion and Integrity Management Technologist. He is author and lecturer of various training courses related to corrosion control, and risk & integrity management. Has authored and lectured various technical papers at national and international conferences and technical seminars. He is an approved AMPP (formerly NACE International) instructor for the Pipeline Corrosion Integrity Management (PCIM), In-Line Inspection (ILI), Direct Assessment (DA), Cathodic Protection Tester (CP1) and Cathodic Protection Technician (CP2) courses.
Topic: No Quality No Integrity
Tariq Al Sabahi holds a BEng in Process Operation Technology from IMCO College and an MSc in Industrial Production and Manufacturing Engineering from Gutech University. He holds several distinguished industry certifications including CAIP, CMRP, PAM, RCM3, RCA Investigator (Taproot), and Vibration Analyst Cat 3. He is highly proficient in utilizing advanced tools such as Vibration offline & online monitoring Systems, APM software, and Taproot software for in-depth root cause analysis. With an impressive two decades of experience in the Oil and Gas sector, Tariq specializes in the realms of Condition Monitoring & Reliability Management. Currently serving as the Senior Condition Monitoring & Reliability Engineer at OQ Upstream. Notably, his professional journey encompassed nearly 15 years at Petroleum Development Oman (PDO), where he made substantial contributions to the maintenance & condition monitoring department. Tariq excels in developing strategies to tackle complex maintenance challenges and overseeing predictive maintenance sections.
Topic: The Impact of Quality Management on Operation Reliability in OQ Upstream Sector
Faisal Al-Amairi is a QA/QC Supervisor in Occidental Petroleum Corporation, Oman. His areas of focus in his role are Quality management system, Quality assurance, Quality control, Welding, Nondestructive Examination (NDE), Painting and Coating during manufacturing and construction of different products and equipments used in oil and gas assets.
Before that he held different quality management positions in Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) such as Senior quality control Engineer in Rabab Harweel Integrated Project (the biggest project in PDO’s history) in which he led a team of more than 40 quality control inspectors covering quality control activities of different disciplines including civil, electrical, instrumentation, piping, pipeline, static, rotating, painting, NDE, welding and GRE. After that, he held a position of Senior Manufacturing and Construction quality Engineer. This position was created because of merging two positions led by 25+ years’ experience experts. He accepted the challenge, unified both teams, systemized the way of work, enhanced the material receiving inspection process, deployed Omani inspectors within the team and mentored their development, contributed effectively to many aspects made to manage the suppliers including specifications and procedures development, vendor assessments, contract review, technical bids evaluations, compliance audits, failure investigation and root cause analysis.
Faisal holds master’s degree in project management from university of Liverpool in the UK, bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Sultan Qaboos University in Oman and Diploma in quality management from Charted Quality Institute CQI. Additionally, during his career he achieved several professional certificates like ISO 9001 lead auditor, AWS certified welding inspector, ASNT NDT level II in MT, PT, RT, and UT, BGAS painting inspector grade 2, API 510 and API 653.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/faisal-al-amairi-84bb5316b/
Yohanna Saado, is Certified Manager of Quality, Certified ASQ `Trainer and Consultant, and a Mechanical Engineer with over 10 years of experience at LG Electronics Co. Ltd (Riyadh, KSA Subsidiary). - one of the largest home appliances manufacturers in the world. He led the quality team, managed product development stages, ensured compliance to regulations, solved customer's problems, and assured supplier’s quality of inspection. And He has held the following leadership positions: Quality Manager, R&D Leader, Laboratory Quality Manager, and Supplier Quality Assurance Auditor Yohanna is a skilled, passionate trainer with exceptional presentation skills. He has successfully designed and delivered professional quality training programs to people from around the world in various disciplines, including industrial, healthcare, construction, and education.
He has extensive experience establishing quality functions, developing standards and procedures, performing audits, and implementing regulations and he has helped organizations establish their QMS systems and get iso certified.
He has more than 10 years of experience in manufacturing processes, has led a research and development team for five years and designed the highest quality electronic products using the latest technology. He has managed product development for many products, always delivering on time, and proudly assuring the quality of producing millions of electronic products. Yohanna is an experienced, knowledgeable, and energetic ASQ Certified Manager of Quality. He lives in Saudi Arabia and delivers professional training programs.
Mr. Said Zerarka is the founder and Managing Director of Technical petroleum Solutions LLC (Oman) and ZERSA LLC which are both API Certified training provider. He has over 25 years of industry experience in Quality Management, HSE Management, QA/QC, NDT Inspection, and Operational Excellence (Lean Six Sigma).
Mr. Said Zerarka is an API-U Approved Trainer for API Q1, Q2 and Auditing Series. He worked for 18 years at Halliburton as Quality and HSE regional Manager, he played a key role in the implementation of API Spec Q2 at Halliburton in the region. Since 2016, he has provided end-to-end consultancy and training for numerous companies globally.
Mr. Said Zerarka holds MS (Mechanical Engineering). He is Lead Auditor, Train the Trainer, Qualified Engineer in NDT (several methods), He has helped several organizations achieve API certifications Q1 and Q2 and API Monogram Licenses. He is Managing Director of Technical Petroleum Solutions LLC in Oman and ZERSA LLC in Dubai, both companies are an approved API Training provider.
Experienced Material & Corrosion Engineer with a demonstrated history of working in the oil & energy industry. Skilled in Material Selection for surface and subsurface, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Manufacturing piping and equipments processes, Coatings and Corrosion Management. Strong operations professional with a Master of Science (MSc) focused in Corrosion Control Engineering from The University of Manchester.
Janardhan Saithala an experienced Materials & Corrosion Engineer with over 15 years of experience in Oil & Gas Industry. Janardhan specializes in materials selection, corrosion management, and integrity assessments, delivering innovative solutions to enhance asset performance. He is has PhD in materials science engineering and Fellow of Institute of Materials, UK.Workshop
More than 20 years of experience in Oil and Gas industry, in Material & Corrosion department, currently leading the material & corrosion section in project delivery with MSc material science & Engineering, UAEU, United Arab Emirates University, 2002 BSc Physics, SQU. University, Sultanate of Oman, 1993, PDO SME in wells, sour and steam material & corrosion.
Ezz Hatab, finished his PhD in IT from Greece. He started his career as a university professor then he started many startups that spun off from the furst company ZeeDimension. Now, he is on a mission to drive positive change by combining his passion for technology, Governance, Sustainability, and empowering others through training. With 30 years of experience in the industry, he is dedicated to helping organizations harness technology to enhance their governance practices, embrace sustainability, and equip their teams with the knowledge they need to thrive in a dynamic business landscape.
Nibal El-Kurdie has 15 years international experience working in the international energy industry in the fields of sales and marketing, business development, strategy and supply chain management.
A Mechanical Engineer with a master’s degree from IE business school, and a background of working for large risk management and EPC, he specializes in business growth, strategy development and communications with an interest in new business models and new markets.
Nibal is currently director of markets and strategy at DNV, based out of Dubai, and he oversees growth for a global business quality assurance unit within DNV, with responsibilities from sales and developing new business to marketing and communications.
Quality professional with 26 years of experience (inclusive of 18 years in PDO projects & and 5 years in Cyprus-Europe) in various quality functions such as Sr. Quality Assurance Manager, Consultant, Management representative, Site QAQC Manager, Third-party inspection, Construction and welding quality control, Trainer, External and Internal auditing on Contractors, Sub-Contractors, Vendors etc.
Vast experience in managing various contracts, Systems, and Processes complying with Client, and International standards for Oil and Gas Industries. Have experience in Quality Management of multidiscipline EPC projects.
Has a flair for auditing, innovative cost-saving and improvement ideas, coaching, mentoring, and record-keeping. Proven caliber to understand the technical content of the project as client needs.
IRCA Certified Lead Auditor
A highly accomplished Mechanical Engineering graduate with over 30 years of industry experience, of which an impressive 26 years have been dedicated to the dynamic and challenging Middle East region. Throughout his extensive career, he has consistently served in pivotal roles within the Oil & Gas Quality department, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to excellence and operational efficiency.
His professional journey is marked by a profound sense of ownership for processes and a steadfast dedication to supporting the seamless delivery of projects within the Oil & Gas sector. He approaches challenges with a positive mindset, always seeking innovative solutions to drive success.
One of his most noteworthy accomplishments has been his significant contribution to Cost Optimization Review (COR) initiatives while working with PDO (Petroleum Development Oman) Al Turki Contract. Through these initiatives, he played a key role in identifying and implementing strategies that resulted in multi-million-dollar savings for the PDO without any compromise in Quality & HSE. This achievement underscores his ability to identify cost-effective solutions and drive tangible results.
Additionally, he has been actively involved in In-Country Value (ICV) initiatives, further demonstrating his commitment to sustainable and responsible business practices within the Oil & Gas industry.
His career trajectory reflects a continuous pursuit of excellence, a profound understanding of the Oil & Gas sector, and a proven track record of delivering results. He poised to leverage his extensive experience, technical acumen, and dedication to quality to contribute significantly to future endeavors within the industry.
An organizational excellence and culture transformation expert with an extensive expertise in Quality Management, Continuous Improvement Methodologies, Integrated Management Systems and ISO Standards. Nancy has a passion for the implementation of Excellence Models and Principles, her work with organizations facilitates a robust continuous improvement process and outstanding achievements.
Holder of two Masters’ degrees in Total Quality Management, and in Agronomic Sciences & Bioengineering from Belgium, Nancy has published several book chapters and articles related to Risk Management, Quality and Excellence. She is a Shingo Alumni (USA), Chartered Business Excellence Expert (BEX-Ireland), Certified Organizational Excellence Specialist (OES -Canada) and is a long-term member leader of the American Society for Quality (ASQ) where she serves as the Region Director of EMEA and a Society Board Member.
During her 24+ years of experience among which 15 years in the Food Industry, Nancy lead improvement projects through innovative and integrated approaches to achieve service and business excellence. A coach and trainer, well versed in leading teams and transferring knowledge across the organization. Nancy has established two consultancy companies, Xcellium Consulting in UAE and XcelleratE CaaS in Ireland.
In addition, she has 10 years of experience in National, International and Government Excellence Awards. In 2022, Nancy was Awarded the Global Women in Leadership Award from GCPIT. But what she is most proud of as a mom, is her two amazing adolescent triathletes, a living example that “Excellence is a Habit”.
A management professional with special experience in managing project companies and organisations. Highly skilled in upstream Oil & Gas, Oil terminals and Renewable Energy particularly Solar PV.
Yahya is a graduate of the Oman’s National CEO programme, a Chartered Engineer (CEng) holding an MSc in Project management, an MTech in Petroleum Technology, and a BEng. Honour Degree in Mechanical Engineering and is currently pursuing his DBA in Oman’s national renewable energy strategy.
Yahya’s career spans more than 20 years and involved all project life cycle from initiation to operation.
Away from professional career, Yahya is a writer and author of 4 books in Arabic literature and intellect.
His career started in PETRONAS in 1992. Zamri has served various PETRONAS businesses mainly in Upstream with short stint of his career in various Downstream business and PETRONAS central units. His current position in PETRONAS is Head, Quality & Assurance ( Enterprise Quality) under Project Delivery & Technology, PETRONAS. Under this newly established unit, he leads end to end Quality for Project and Operation from initiation stage till decommissioning
Zamri has been involved in various upstream life cycles as Head Exploration Iraq/Iran, development of Field Development projects. Tendering. Joint Venture. Joint Operating Companies, Engineering, Procurement. Construction, Commissioning. Production Operation, Technical Services. Wells P&A as well as Facilities Decom. Prior to assuming this role, he was a Senior General Manager, IVA, a central O&M execution arm for Petronas Carigali Sdn Bhd, an upstream Operator in Malaysia
Half of his career is with various PETRONAS international operations in Sudan, Chad, Cameroon, Indonesia, Uzbekistan, and Iraq, and he was a secondee to ExxonMobil in Houston, USA. Zamri also completed Senior Management Program by Duke University in 2011
Zamri has been profoundly involved in contributing back to the industry and society, where among his notable contribution were:
Shady is a distinguished professional with over two decades of Global Resourcing and Quality Assurance expertise. As the Technical Resourcing Lead at DNV Inspection, Shady has demonstrated exceptional proficiency in overseeing resourcing operations on a global scale. His extensive background in the field has equipped him with a keen understanding of QA/QC planning, from material origin to installation, ensuring the highest standards of quality are met.
Shady's invaluable contributions to the oil and gas industry as a Quality Audit Consultant; with a focus on risk management and compliance, he has played a pivotal role in enhancing operational efficiency and safety protocols. His ability in Detecting, Analysing, & Controlling financial, legal, strategic, & security risks showcases his dedication to guiding operations towards excellence.
With an unwavering commitment to quality and a wealth of experience in the industry, Shady continues to be a driving force in ensuring the highest standards of excellence in global resourcing and quality assurance.
Since joining the University of Technology & Applied Sciences, Al Musanna, Dr. Rashmi Mishra has been dedicated to studying Digital Transformation and its profound impact on the workforce. Before her tenure at the university, Dr. Rashmi Mishra served as a Lecturer at Debre Berhan University. Her expertise and passion for exploring the dynamics of Digital Transformation make her a valuable asset in academia. Since 2013, she has been actively contributing as a Lecturer in the College of Economics and Business Administration Department.
Since joining the University of Technology & Applied Sciences, Al Musanna, Ms. Jawaher Albalushi has been actively engaged in studies related to Digital Transformation and its implications for the workforce. Before her current role, Ms. Jawaher Albalushi worked as a Lecturer at Mazoon College, specializing in the College of Economics and Business Administration Department. Her commitment to understanding and navigating the realm of Digital Transformation contributes significantly to the academic environment at the university.
I am an experienced architectural engineer with over 15 years of expertise in project management, design, and BIM management. I am proud to hold a Global BIM Manager certification from the Zigurat Institute of Technology, along with a master's degree in Global BIM Management from the University of Barcelona. Additionally, I have earned an MSC in Building Information Modeling and Project Collaboration from the University of Derby, where I am currently pursuing my Ph.D. I am also a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) accredited by PMI. At present, I serve as the BIM Head and Digital Transformation Lead at Bureau Veritas Middle East, where I am instrumental in driving innovative strategies in construction technology and digital transformation. Besides my professional roles, I am deeply engaged in technology researches and game development.
Michael Chen is the Director of the Artificial Intelligence Research Center at DNV Group Research & Development, where he leads a team of experts focused on developing cutting-edge AI solutions and ensuring the trustworthiness of AI through regulation and assurance.
With over 20 years of experience in the digital industry and a master's degree in computer science, Michael has held various management roles, including software development, large-scale enterprise software implementation, consultancy, innovation, and research.
Under Michael's leadership, the DNV Artificial Intelligence Research Center collaborates with industry and academia worldwide to drive innovation and stay ahead of the curve in the field of AI assurance. He is passionate about AI and is always on the lookout for new ideas and innovations to drive the future of digital assurance. Michael plays an active role in shaping the AI research agenda and ensuring that the DNV remains at the forefront of the latest developments in the field.
An experienced Information Systems professional with expertise in IT Strategy Management, Strategic planning, Security audits, Service delivery, and Project management. Over 30 Years of experience in developing Business Systems for Oil and Gas and other various industries. Extensive working knowledge of Business Consultancy, Security and IT Audits, business processes Reengineering, operating systems, enterprise applications, and Internet technologies. Holds various qualification/Certification like MBA from Heriot Watt –UK, Certified Information System Auditor ISO-27001 Lead Auditor,ISO-9000 Lead Auditor and API-Q2 Practitioner
A logistician with a positive, driven, and professional person with a background in logistics and transport management. My experience has been rewarding and productive in supply chain management, during my experience I gained transferable skills that will help me to reach a high level of competency. With years of multifaceted experience gained from multinational cooperation, I am confident in my abilities to meet the specific skill set required for any project in supply chain management. My experience of engagement in significant internal and external activities has honed my skills and developed personal qualities. Recently started a new challenge as a Logistic & Warehouse Lead.
Dr. Fatma Al Hajri, currently the Planning and Strategy Manager at PDO, holds a Ph.D. awarded by the University of Edinburgh, UK, in 2013, focusing on Assessment and Evaluation Methodologies in Higher Education. She achieved her Master's degree with distinction in Applied Linguistics from Queensland University, Australia, in 2006.
Dr. Al Hajri's career path has been characterized by a variety of key roles at PDO, including her tenure as the Emdad Manager, where she played a pivotal role in fostering local capabilities within contractor communities. She has also served as the ICV Assurance Lead and LCC Omanization Lead, contributing significantly to the organization's objectives.
Prior to joining PDO, she worked as an Assistant Professor at the Colleges of Applied Sciences. Subsequently, she took on the responsibility of leading the Foundation Programs for six Colleges of Applied Sciences consecutively in 2006 and 2008.
Dr. Al Hajri's notable achievements also include establishing the first National Graduate Survey Department at the Ministry of Higher Education in 2015. In 2020, she embarked on the creation of the first National Behavioral Economics Unit (Nudge Unit) at the Supreme Council of Planning, a part of the Ministry of Economy.
Since joining PDO in 2019, she has held various critical roles, including ICV Assurance Lead and Emdad Manager. Notably, the Emdad team under her leadership earned two prestigious awards in 2022, namely the OPES and Alam AlIktisad awards. Dr. Fatma Al Hajri is recognized for her outstanding contributions in the fields of higher education, capacity building, and behavioral economics.
Executive Leader of Transformation and Continuous Improvement - Lean 6 Sigma Master Black Belt, has a proven track record of wide experience in driving Change in Private and Public Sectors. Specialized in Business & Operational Excellence and Transformation, Continuous Improvement, Change Management, Cultural Transformation, Strategy Deployment, Business Process Improvement, Projects and Capital Expenditure Management. Advisor, Strategist, Coach, Facilitator and Trainer of Lean and Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement Deployment.
I began my career as Quality Engineer in the year 2009 and pursuing 14 years of diversified experience in oil & gas maintenance and construction projects (EPC's). I have an academic background as Bachelor of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering. My objective is to excel in Quality implementation and to extract maximum benefits to every stakeholder within the organization and every affected external parties. My objective is also to improve the quality of the product or services and reduce risks. I am extensive experience in preparing Quality Plan that add value to the project and clients' requirements on quality assurance and quality control. Provide and implement appropriate scope and frequency of inspection management activities at the sites to ensure the equipment integrity, reliability and in compliance to HSE policy. Responsible for overall control, supervision and implementation of Contract Quality and technical requirements, resolution of quality problems, preparation, and maintenance of Contract Quality Records.
Tamer is a seasoned professional with a focus on business development and international sales, bolstered by a solid educational foundation in Mechanical Engineering. His extensive background includes significant experience in the Oil & Gas and Power Generation sectors, with a specialization in the management of industrial projects.
Tamer's current role is pivotal, as he plays a central part in engaging with both prospective and existing channel partners within the Middle East and the Central Asia region. He holds responsibility for the formulation, execution, and assessment of the sales strategy and customer relationship management for induction heating in the region.
Prior to his current position, Tamer served in the capacity of a Mechanical and Welding Quality Assurance/Quality Control Engineer, contributing his expertise to renowned EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) contractors across the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt.
In his present role, Tamer takes charge of the ITW heating and welding technologies business, serving as the point person for the Middle East and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) area.
Experienced Company Director and Owner, Laura Nelson, has worked with RTITB, formerly the Road Transport and Industry Training Board, a globally recognized accreditation and skills organization, for more than 20 years and has been the Managing Director for 8 years. Through RTITB, Laura has championed the development of innovative training programs, training quality standards and software that empower individuals, companies and the transport, warehousing and logistics sectors as a whole to achieve safety excellence. Her holistic approach to leadership reflects her belief in the importance of the RTITB mission to save lives. Laura recognizes that lives that can be ‘saved’ in many ways and creating a positive impact on society as a whole is an important part of that mission. Laura is a qualified Transport Manager, ISO9001 Lead Auditor and has completed Cranfield University’s Business Growth Program.
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An experienced materials scientist with almost 20 years of experience in formulation of chemicals, adhesives, sustainable coatings and their application particularly in corrosion protection, characterisation of advanced materials and hard coatings, as well as almost a decade in business-related skills in different industries and Universities taught me a great deal about how to be innovative enough in the work atmosphere; which led to the valuable work experiences in a range of companies for the roles of technical sales and business managements.
Along with the academic activities, I could manage to practise, learn and run some businesses and gain a priceless experience; at the time which I used to work for Beckers Industrial coatings, Rolls Royce, SItecho, Tecnofilm, Riseco and Schatco.
My publications cover a range of aspects, from Environmentally Friendly materials, VOC reductions, Perovskite Solar cells, Magnetic nano-particles, Biosensors, Steel industry, Hollow Fibers, water re-use, etc.
Being a member of some prestigious technical societies and editorial board of some esteemed scientific journals, still keeps me informed of the latest in the science and technology.
In essence, as a scientist and an engineer, my interests are diverse but in absolute agreement with stable development, sustainable production leading to provide enhanced quality services for businesses to be business in every aspect.
